2005 Audi A8 vs. 2008 Bentley Arnage
To start off, 2008 Bentley Arnage is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Audi A8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Audi A8 would be higher. At 6,761 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Bentley Arnage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Bentley Arnage (450 HP @ 4100 RPM) has 115 more horse power than 2005 Audi A8. (335 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Bentley Arnage should accelerate faster than 2005 Audi A8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Bentley Arnage weights approximately 640 kg more than 2005 Audi A8. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2008 Bentley Arnage (875 Nm) has 445 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Audi A8. (430 Nm). This means 2008 Bentley Arnage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Audi A8.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Audi A8 | 2008 Bentley Arnage | |
Make | Audi | Bentley |
Model | A8 | Arnage |
Year Released | 2005 | 2008 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4178 cc | 6761 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 335 HP | 450 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Torque | 430 Nm | 875 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 104.2 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 99.1 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 7.8:1 |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1945 kg | 2585 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 5650 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1910 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1520 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 3370 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 9.8 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 13.1 L/100km | 26.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.8 L/100km | 21.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 96 L |